From 16 to 19 January, the Jaarbeurs will once again be transformed into a Vakantiebeurs. For the fiftieth time now. The Vakantiebeurs is the place to be inspired by the latest travel trends, the best holiday tips and the latest holiday destinations. The fiftieth anniversary of Vakantiebeurs has not gone unnoticed. Especially for this anniversary edition, a festival tent will be set up between hall 7 and hall 12, where 50 years of the Vakantiebeurs will be celebrated in the atmosphere of well-known international celebrations such as Brazilian Carnival, St. Patrick's Day and Chinese New Year. With dragon dance, a kung fu show, samba dancers and a travel pub quiz. In short:entertainment assured. The fair days will be concluded in the festival tent with live entertainment by acts such as cover band Broadway and Piano &Co. Golden balloons pop up every day during Vakantiebeurs that entitle you to great prizes.
Nineteen world terraces, fourteen theaters
The characteristic worlds at Vakantiebeurs return. From Far Destinations in halls 11 and 12 to Southern Europe &De Mediterranee in halls 7 and 8, and Central &Western Europe in halls 9 and 10. As well as the themed routes for children and active cycling and walking travelers. This edition, visitors can indulge in destination-related delicacies on no fewer than nineteen world terraces – from the USA Café to the Caribbean Village and from the Austrian Bierstube to the Bella Italia Terrace. Travel organizations and travel agencies provide inspiring destination and travel presentations in fourteen theatres.
Vakantiebeurs 2020 is traditionally characterized by personal contact between visitors and locals, experts from travel organizations and travel influencers. For advice, 'secret' spots and the best tips. Certainly also for families with children, because they also get their money's worth. For example, a kids zone is being set up, it is possible to sail and paddle in a water basin, a Ferris wheel and a climbing wall will be installed, visitors can race in F1 simulators and TUI is introducing an escape room.
The Vakantiebeurs takes place from Thursday 16 to Sunday 19 January.
